Introducing the Belonging Collective Community Calendar
Looking for inclusive, public events in Waterloo Region that help build connection, belonging, and accessibility for all? The Belonging Collective Community Calendar is your new go-to hub for free and low-cost events designed to welcome everyone.
Whether you are looking for ways to meet new people, learn something new, or join accessible activities with your family or the people you support, this calendar is for you.
Why This Calendar Matters
This calendar was created to promote community connection while ensuring everyone has access to information about inclusive and accessible programs in our region. It is specifically designed to support:
- Individuals with developmental disabilities and their families seeking connection and opportunities.
- Caregivers, support staff, and professionals working in developmental services who are looking for inclusive community opportunities.
- Community members interested in accessible, welcoming, and low-cost activities.
The calendar is made possible thanks to the collaboration of many organizations, including:
- KW Habilitation
- DSO (Developmental Services Ontario)
- Extend-A-Family
- Independent Living Waterloo Region
- Sunbeam
- Our Studio
- Waterloo Region Family Network
These organizations are actively populating the calendar with free and low-cost events that are accessible and open to all.
What You’ll Find on the Calendar
You will find public events and programs such as:
- Inclusive art workshops
- Accessible fitness and recreation programs
- Community wellness sessions
- Family-friendly outdoor gatherings
- Free concerts and performances
- Peer support and social connection opportunities
We also share events hosted by other organizations when they are shared with us. The criteria we follow is ensuring that they are accessible and open to anyone in the community.
How to Use the Calendar
- Visit the calendar regularly to discover upcoming inclusive events.
- Share it with families and people who may benefit from new connections.
- Bookmark and share to help build a stronger, more connected community.
The Belonging Collective Community Calendar is easy to use and flexible to match your needs. You can filter events to see only free events or view events from a specific organization, helping you find exactly what interests you. The Calendar offers multiple viewing options, letting you see events by day, week, month, or even the full year.
Simply use the view picker in the top right corner to switch views, adjust date ranges, and decide whether you’d like to see event details directly on the calendar. When you find an event you’re interested in, you can save it to add to your own personal calendar, making it easier to keep track of activities you want to attend. This flexibility makes it simple to discover and plan for inclusive, accessible activities that support connection across Waterloo Region.
Building Connection Together
The Belonging Collective Community Calendar is more than just a list of events; it is a tool for building connection, belonging, and inclusion across Waterloo Region. By promoting and sharing these opportunities, we work together to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, has the chance to participate and feel included in community life.
Ready to explore or contribute?
Visit the Belonging Collective Community Calendar and help us build a community where everyone belongs.
If you have an event you would like to add, or if you know of programs that align with our goal of promoting inclusive community connection, we’d love to hear from you. Email us at [email protected]
Access the calendar anytime here: View the Community Calendar.
